Hebrews 4:16. Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.
Having the assurance of salvation and the guidance of the Holy Spirit leads naturally to the assurance of answered prayer. When you belong to God through Christ, prayer is not a ritual or wishful thinking—it is a powerful, spiritual reality. Your Heavenly Father knows every word you think or speak in prayer, and He answers in His perfect time and way.
This is why you must understand what truly happens when you pray: “Another angel, who had a golden censer, came and stood at the altar. He was given much incense to offer, with the prayers of all God’s people, on the golden altar in front of the throne” (Revelation 8:3).
You may be praying quietly in your room or while walking on the street, yet your prayer is heard at the throne of the Triune God. Nothing you say or even imagine in prayer is forgotten by your Father in heaven. He treasures your prayers, and they rise before Him like incense.
Therefore, you must pray with the conviction that this spiritual reality is true. When you pray, the Holy Spirit begins to work—not only within your heart but also in your surroundings, opening doors, changing circumstances, preparing the way for God’s will to unfold, and fulfilling the covenant of world evangelization.
When you fall before God in the midst of trouble, humbly asking for His grace and mercy, He hears you. He will answer you—not always in the way you expect, but always according to His perfect will (1 John 5:14). The power of prayer far exceeds human understanding. The prayer of a child of God moves the very throne of the Father.
That is why you must not be concerned about what others think when you pray. As Jesus taught: “When you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you” (Matthew 6:6). Focus on Him alone. Speak honestly and openly with your Father, who sees your heart and knows your needs before you even ask (Matthew 6:32).
Consider Hezekiah. Surrounded by a vast enemy army, he had no options left. He turned to God in prayer, holding firmly to the covenant given to his ancestors. God heard his cry and “that night the angel of the Lord went out and put to death a hundred and eighty-five thousand in the Assyrian camp” (2 Kings 19:35). One prayer of faith released the power of heaven.
God also sent an angel to strengthen Elijah in his despair (1 Kings 19:5–7). When Elisha was surrounded by enemy forces, God opened his servant’s eyes to see the hills full of horses and chariots of fire sent for protection (2 Kings 6:13–17). Daniel, thrown into the lions’ den, was rescued when God sent an angel to shut the mouths of the lions (Daniel 6:22).
In Jeremiah 33:1–3, God gives a powerful promise about prayer. While Jeremiah was still confined in prison, the word of the Lord came to him a second time: “This is what the Lord says, he who made the earth, the Lord who formed it and established it—the Lord is his name: ‘Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.’”
Thus, when you pray, hold first firmly to the Word of God (Jeremiah 33:1). Nothing in your life happens by chance. Every detail is under the care of the One who made, formed, and established the earth (Jeremiah 33:2). God is sovereign, and He has a precise plan for your life. Your task is simple: call unto Him in prayer (Jeremiah 33:3), and He will reveal hidden things—remarkable truths and future plans that you could never know on your own.
When you pray this way, God will open your eyes to see the true condition of the world: covered in spiritual darkness, stricken by disaster, confusion, and fear (Jeremiah 33:4–5). But God desires to use your life to proclaim His remarkable secrets—the mystery of Christ to a broken world.
Wherever you go with the gospel, God promises to bring health, healing, peace, security, and forgiveness. Through you, He will display His glory, bringing renown, joy, praise, and honor among the nations. The world will witness what God does in your life and will stand in awe, trembling at the abundant prosperity and peace He provides (Jeremiah 33:6–9).
With these truths in mind, begin to live a life of 24-hour prayer. Pray about the specific things God desires (Matthew 7:7–8; Luke 18:1–8), at specific times (Daniel 6:10; Acts 3:1; Acts 16:13, 16, 23–31), in specific places (Acts 1:12–14; Acts 12:1–19), and with the people of God (Matthew 18:19–20).
Begin each day in prayer, drawing strength from the power of the Triune God, just as David did when he said, “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly” (Psalm 5:3), and as Jesus did when He rose early to pray in a solitary place (Mark 1:35). Align your heart with His will, renew your spirit, and equip you for the day’s challenges. It is a time to receive His wisdom, peace, and strength, anchoring your soul in His presence before the noise and demands of life begin. By committing your day to Him in prayer, you open yourself to His guidance and power, allowing Him to direct your steps and sustain you in all things.
Throughout the day, continually confirm His guidance and answers through prayer, as David confessed, “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing” (Psalm 5:3). Let every meeting, conversation, and event become a moment of prayerful communion with Him. Remember, every problem that God allows comes with His answer; every conflict is a divine signal to renew your heart and mind; and every crisis is an opportunity to witness and experience the power and faithfulness of God at work in your life.
At night, reflect on the day and confirm God’s guidance and answers through His Word, entrusting both the day that has passed and the day to come into His hands. Allow Scripture to search your heart, as it is written, “Though you probe my heart, though you examine me at night and test me, you will find that I have planned no evil” (Psalm 17:3). Let God’s Word examine, refine, and prepare you, bringing peace, clarity, and renewed trust for what lies ahead.
This is Prayer 24. Remember, prayer is not just speaking—it is the awareness and enjoyment of God’s presence. When you realize that the Creator of the universe walks with you, you will stop worrying. You will not desire anything above Him once you understand how deeply God cares for you. He will become your greatest reward. You will value your relationship with your Father more than the answers to your prayers. Simply being alone with Him will bring you the greatest joy and satisfaction.
Cherish the privilege of prayer that God has given you. Pray continually throughout your day, knowing that every prayer is heard, every word is treasured, and every need is already known. So, approach your Father’s throne with boldness and assurance
Prayer. Father, I come before You with confidence in Your Son Jesus Christ. Fulfill Your Word and accomplish Your will in my life today. Help me to walk in faith, trusting Your presence, and enjoying the privilege of prayer. In Jesus’ name, Amen.